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What size generator do you need to run a well pump and a refrigerator-freezer?
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∙ 11y ago
Depends on the refrigerator. There should be a sticker on the inside of the fridge that lists the power requirements. Make sure the generator rating is RMS and not peak. You can use a generator wattage calculator to estimate the total wattage you would need to power your "must have" appliances during a power outage. This way you can estimate the generator size (in watts) you would need to power them.
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∙ 10y ago
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∙ 15y agoFrom the nameplate of the refrigerator find the amperage that it draws. Use this formula, Watts = Amps x Volts. If for example the refrigerator draws 8 amps then 8 times 120 volts = 960 watts. Because the refrigerator is a motor load, the generator should be over sized as motors draw more on start up that when running. In this scenario a 1500 Watt generator would run the refrigerator very nicely.
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∙ 11y agoIf the generator is needed to just supply power for the fridge then a 1500 watt unit will be ample. The market place has 6500 watt generators for around 500 dollars. Buying a larger size generator gives you the option to operate other appliances along with the fridge.
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∙ 9y agoA 3000 watt generator will power a refrigerator very easily.
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∙ 11y agoTo do the calculations on this question the wattage or amperage or voltage of the two connected loads must be given.
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∙ 11y agoNo, use a generator that is rated for 1500 watts.
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∙ 11y ago300 Watts
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